TIMOTHY MYRON NORMAN WOODHOUSE

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TIMOTHY MYRON NORMAN WOODHOUSE September 13, 1986 - September 16, 2007 Father, Son, Grandson, Brother, Nephew, Cousin and beloved Buddy It is with heavy heart and deep regrets that suddenly and tragically on September 16, 2007 our baby boy Timothy (Ty) was taken from us. He leaves to mourn his new baby son Rio (seven weeks), his mom and dad, Norman and Winnie Traverse, his mommy (as he referred) Natalie (Steve) Reeves and their children, Robyn, Stephen and Brandon, his birth mother Jackie (Eugene) and his brothers, Richard, Desmond and his only sister Angel. Ty will be missed by his grandparents, Hughie and Martha Sumner, also be sadly missed by his big brother Norman (Kim), and loving nephews, Delaney, McKae and Sage, aunt Veronica (Derrick) Walker, cousins, Natasha, Jordan, Santannah and Preston, aunt Iris (George) Sinclair and family, Myrna and family, Esther (Les) Thompson and family, uncle Myron (Tammy) Thompson and family, great aunt Edith Koltalo, whom he called kookoo, Glen (Jennifer) Beardy and family, buddy when he was growing up Edward (Eddie) Traverse, Elias Bushie special fishing partner and friend, also remaining numerous other relatives whom will sadly miss him. We are fortunate to have Ty welcomed in Heaven by auntie Irma Thompson, September 13, 1986; great-grandpa Arthur Woodhouse, February 14, 1991; great-granny Flora Woodhouse, January 16, 2001; and infant sister Tiffany Nepinak, all who will be overjoyed to see him. Ty attended Lake St. Martin School, Lord Nelson (Grade 6), Leila North School (Grade 7 8) and later Maples Collegiate in Winnipeg. Ty started fishing at a young age and it was because of his love for the lake that made him a hard and devoted fisherman, no matter how long or hard the day was on the lake, Ty always ended everyday with a smile or a joke that was shared by all. During the winter Ty enjoyed racing his snowmobile with the support of his brothers and friends, and had many trophies to be proud of. Ty's proudest moment of his life was the birth of his son, Rio whom he spent every waking moment caring and nurturing. My son, Ty, we never had a chance to say our good-byes and we ask ourselves why? The gift you left us is so precious, your baby boy, the light of your life. We thank you for giving us this gift. We take comfort in knowing that a part of you will always be with us in your baby boy. Ty touched a lot of hearts, everyone he would speak with always shared a laugh or a joke he would never say good-bye it was always see you later boy . Time was very short with our son-baby but every moment treasured with laughter. Our special thank you to Chief Tony Marsden and Council of Lake St. Martin First Nation, also Chief Garnet Woodhouse and Council of Fairford First Nation, RCMP Gypsumville, Gypsumville Fire Department, generous people whom showed their condolences and prayers, prepared lunch in our time of need Kim Ledingham, Sophie Sinclair, Bertha Sumner, Lillian Thompson, Evangeline Traverse, Rose Halaburda, Edith Gagen, Elizabeth Traverse, Wanda and Earl Dano, Linda and Russell Prince, Lillian and Peter Ross, all who gathered together numerous names. Rose and Hector Shorting thank you for your love you gave our son-baby we knew Ty made you laugh and also brighten your days. Pallbearers will be Myron Thompson, Robin Bruce, Linuse Traverse, David (Junior) Traverse, Andrew Halchuk, John Ross. Cross bearer will be Jordan Sumner and Bethel Thompson. Honorary pallbearers will be his brothers, Norman, Richard, Desmond and all the fishermen friends he made on the lake over the years. Wake service will be held on Saturday, September 22, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. with the funeral on Sunday, September 23, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. at Fairford Pentecostal Church, Fairford First Nation. Officiating will be Rev. Robert McLean including Pastor Wilfred Bruce. In lieu of flowers, we ask that donations be made in trust for Tim's son Rio, to The Royal Bank, Grant Avenue and Nathaniel Street Branch, Winnipeg, MB. My dearest Timothy I don't know what words to describe when I heard you were gone I still cannot believe your gone my loving son You were to precious But like they say God only takes the best I'm glad you grew up to be a real man that Was able to be a single father To your only son Rio And we truly love you for that You left your brothers so suddenly Richard and Desi And your special little sister Angel All whom you were proud of I'm glad we had these precious years To be with you. I love you my son so much Always Mom Jackie Richard, Desmond and Angel Arrangements by: ARNASON FUNERAL HOMES LTD. Ashern - Lundar (204) 768-2072

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 21, 2007